Kond - Gharaunda, Karnal
Kond is a village situated in the Gharaunda tehsil of Karnal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gharaunda and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Karnal. Kohand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kond is 059377. The village covers a total geographical area of 1112 hectares and falls under the 132114 pincode. Gharaunda is the nearest town.
Kond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gharaunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kond
According to the 2011 Census, Kond village had a total population of 10,193 people, including 5,601 males and 4,592 females, living in 1,864 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.45%, with male literacy at 77.51% and female literacy at 57.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,406.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,193 | 5,601 | 4,592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,534 | 853 | 681 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,406 | 759 | 647 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,927 | 3,680 | 2,247 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,266 | 1,921 | 2,345 |
Nearby Villages of Kond
Kond is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganjphar | South | 2.16 km |
| Alipur Khalsa | East | 2.47 km |
| Raja Pur | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Badoli | South | 3.58 km |
| Har Singh Pura | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Garhi Maltan | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Begampur | West | 4.03 km |
| Babarpur | South | 4.16 km |
| Shekhpura | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Mehmad Pur | South | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kond
Kond is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kohand, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Karnal to Kond is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kond
Where is Kond located?
Kond village is located in Gharaunda Tehsil, Karnal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kond?
The Gram Panchayat of Kond is Kohand.
What is the pincode of Kond?
The pincode of Kond is 132114.
What is the population of Kond?
Kond had a total population of 10,193, including 5,601 males and 4,592 females.
How many households are there in Kond?
Kond had 1,864 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kond was 68.45%. Male literacy was 77.51% and female literacy was 57.45%.